‘Golden to Gilded’ Walking Tour From Newport’s Colonial age to Gilded Age summer colony, discover the transformation of the city and its people, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., 401-847-8770, newporthistory.org.

Redwood Book Club Discuss the second half of Gabrielle Walker’s “Antarctica” and watch the second half of the BBC version of the film, all are welcome, Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 10:30 a.m.-noon, 401-847- 0292, redwoodlibrary.org.

Newport Seal Tours Take in 360-degree views of seals resting on Citing Rock off of Rose Island and the Newport Bridge, one-hour seal tours are entirely

Story Time For children ages 2-5 along with their parents or caregivers, the program features books, songs, finger plays, and a craft activity, Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Road, 10:15-11 a.m., 401- 423-7280, jamestownphilomenianlibrary.org.

Multi-Age Drop In Story Time Children enjoy stories and play time, Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Road, 11-11:30 a.m., 401-846-1573, middletownpubliclibrary.org.

Make It, Take It Crafts Make a craft to bring home, Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Road, 4-5 p.m., best for children ages 3 and up, 401-846-1573, middletownpubliclibrary.org.

Preschool Story Time Children enjoy read-alouds, songs, finger rhymes, movement activities, flannel boards, a craft and play time, Middletown Public Library, 11-11:30 a.m., for children ages 4-6, registration required at the Children’s Desk or call 401-846-1573, middletownpubliclibrary.org.

Toddler Story Time Children ages 2-3 enjoy story time, songs, games, and a craft/and or snack, Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Road, 11-11:30 a.m., registration is required at the Children's Department or at 401-846- 1573, middletownpubliclibrary.org.

Children’s Story Time Books, songs, finger plays and a craft for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver, Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Road, 11:15 a.m.-noon, 401-423-7280, jamestownphilomenianlibrary.org.

Toddler Time Stories, songs and a simple craft for children ages 18 months-2 years, Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Road, 10- 10:45 a.m., 401-683-9457, portsmouthlibrary.org.

Step-Up Story Time Read-alouds, story time and a craft, Newport Public Library, 11 a.m., for children ages 3-4, registration required, 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.

Baby Time Socialization and group play, Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Road, 11-11:45 a.m., 401-683-9457, portsmouthlibrary.org.

Holiday Tea Enjoy this tea served to celebrate the holidays in the fashion of the late 1800s, white gloves and lovely hats are welcome, Edward King House, 35 King St., 1:30-3 p.m., $5, 401-846-7426, edwardkinghouse.org.

After School Adventure Read-alongs, activities and a craft, Newport Public Library, 3:45 p.m., for children ages 5-7, registration required, 401-847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.

Winter Life of Mammals Lecture Learn about local mammals’ physical and behavioral adaptations necessary for life in the cold and take a short walk to comb our winter habitat for signs of mammalian activity, 583 Third Beach Road, Middletown, 6-7 p.m., $8-$10, 401- 846-2577, normanbirdsanctuary.org.

Review of the Middle East Jim Buxton presents a review of the ethnic, religious, sectarian, governmental and socioeconomic factors that create friction in the Middle East, Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Road, 6-7:30 p.m., seating limited, reserve at the library or at 401-846-1573, portsmouthlibrary.org.

Books and Authors Series Victor Bevine discusses his book "Certainty,” based on a true story that took place in Newport just before the U.S. entered World War I in which a number of sailors accuse a local clergyman of sexual impropriety, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 2-3 p.m., 401- 847-8720, newportlibraryri.org.

with live music at 5 p.m., tree lighting and arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus by boat weather permitting, 6 p.m., Bowen’s Wharf, bowenswharf.com.

Book Signing and More Speak with local author Jane Sigal, prepare and taste French hors d’oeuvres, book signing of “Bistronomy: Recipes from the Best New Paris Bistros,” Jamestown Arts Center, 18 Valley St., 5-6:30 p.m., $10-$12, 401-560-0979, jamestownartcenter.org.